Balestier 288
Balestier 288 is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2004, with 11 units across 1 block. Across 23 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$750k (S$814 psf, ~1,216 sqft).
What are the key facts about Balestier 288?
Balestier 288 is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2004, with 11 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 2004
- Developer
- CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD
- Total units
- 11
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 12 (Novena)
- Market segment
- RCR
- Median PSF
- S$814 psf
- Last transacted
- May 2023
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Balestier 288?
Units have recently transacted around S$750k (S$814 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 4.0% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$750k
recent · 23 sales on record
Median PSF
S$814 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$2,511
36 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
4.0%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through May 2023.
What has recently sold at Balestier 288?
Balestier 288 has 23 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,450,000 in May 2023 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2023 | S$1,450,000 | 1,216 | S$1,192 psf |
| Mar 2022 | S$1,300,000 | 1,216 | S$1,069 psf |
| Jun 2021 | S$705,000 | 624 | S$1,129 psf |
| Feb 2018 | S$1,170,000 | 1,216 | S$962 psf |
| Apr 2012 | S$608,000 | 624 | S$974 psf |
| Sept 2011 | S$990,000 | 1,216 | S$814 psf |
| Sept 2010 | S$610,000 | 624 | S$977 psf |
| Oct 2009 | S$750,000 | 1,216 | S$617 psf |
| Sept 2007 | S$460,000 | 624 | S$737 psf |
| Jun 2007 | S$755,999 | 1,216 | S$622 psf |
| Nov 2006 | S$768,000 | 1,873 | S$410 psf |
| Jul 2006 | S$386,000 | 624 | S$618 psf |
23 sales and 36 rentals on record since Dec 2003. Source: URA.
Are prices at Balestier 288 rising?
The median transacted PSF at Balestier 288 has risen 8% over the past 3 years (2004–2007), from S$577 psf to S$622 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | S$622 psf | S$460k | 2 | +51.7% |
| 2006 | S$410 psf | S$386k | 2 | -7.7% |
| 2005 | S$444 psf | S$385k | 2 | -23.1% |
| 2004 | S$577 psf | S$363k | 8 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around Balestier 288?
6,316 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Balestier 288 sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
6,316
District 12 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
24,253
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 12across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Where is Balestier 288 and what's nearby?
Balestier 288 is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Balestier 288 is a freehold apartment completed in 2004. It was developed by CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD. The development has 11 residential units. It sits on a land area of 73 sqm and has a gross floor area of 220 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.
BALESTIER 288 is located at 288 Balestier Road, Singapore 329731. It is part of District 12, Balestier / Toa Payoh / Serangoon, Novena. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Novena MRT Exit A, approximately 960m away, around 15 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, SEMPER FIDELIS FINE FOODS PRIVATE LIMITED for groceries, Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Pek Kio Park for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Basement car park and 24 hours security.
Who built Balestier 288 and how big is the development?
Balestier 288 was developed by CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD, with 11 units.
- Developer
- CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 73 sqm (786 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 220 sqm (2,368 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 3.00
How far is Balestier 288 from MRT and schools?
4 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km541 m
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority552 m
- Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km925 m
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority991 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
- Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
- Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.5 km
- Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary school1.6 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does Balestier 288 have?
Balestier 288 has 2 facilities, including Basement car park, 24 hours security.
What does it cost to own a unit at Balestier 288?
Buying a unit at Balestier 288 (~S$750k) needs about S$5,490/mo in income and S$2,526/mo in repayments, after S$17,100 stamp duty and a S$188k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$17,100
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$188k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,526/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$5,490/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Balestier 288's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Balestier 288 sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Balestier 288
How much does a unit at Balestier 288 cost?⌄
Units at Balestier 288 have recently transacted around S$750k (S$814 psf), from 23 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Balestier 288?⌄
For a unit around S$750k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$5,490/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,526/mo after a S$188k (25%) downpayment and S$17,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Balestier 288 a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 4.0%; median PSF has risen about 8% since 2004. Whether it suits you depends on your budget, holding period and the unit's size, floor and facing — all summarised on this page from URA data.
Are prices at Balestier 288 going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Balestier 288 has risen about 8% between 2004 and 2007, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Balestier 288 freehold or leasehold?⌄
Balestier 288 is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Balestier 288 built and who developed it?⌄
Balestier 288 obtained TOP in 2004, developed by CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD, with 11 units across 1 block.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Balestier 288?⌄
Hong Wen School, St. Joseph's Institution Junior are within 1 km of Balestier 288 — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.